Technical Grade Pentabromoethylbenzene
Technical grade pentabromoethylbenzene contains minor impurities but remains a separate chemically defined organic compound. Classified under HTS 2903.99.23.00 per chapter notes allowing impurities in halogenated aromatic derivatives.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If impurities exceed typical technical grade thresholds
Excessive impurities may shift classification from specific pentabromoethylbenzene to the general 'other' halogenated aromatics subheading.
If dissolved in solvents for transport exceeding safety-only criteria
Chapter 29 note (e) excludes solutions where solvent makes it suitable for specific use beyond transport/safety.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include impurity analysis in documentation to affirm it's not a mixture reclassifiable under Chapter 38
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Related Products under HTS 2903.99.23.00
Pentabromoethylbenzene
Pentabromoethylbenzene is a halogenated aromatic hydrocarbon featuring a benzene ring substituted with five bromine atoms and an ethyl group. It falls under HTS 2903.99.23.00 as a specific chemically defined halogenated derivative of aromatic hydrocarbons, distinct from other brominated compounds.
Stabilized Pentabromoethylbenzene with Antioxidant
Pentabromoethylbenzene stabilized with an anticaking agent or antioxidant for preservation during storage and transport. Remains classified under HTS 2903.99.23.00 as per chapter note (f) allowing necessary stabilizers.
Pentabromoethylbenzene for Flame Retardant Synthesis
High-purity pentabromoethylbenzene used as an intermediate in producing brominated flame retardants for plastics. Fits HTS 2903.99.23.00 as a pure halogenated derivative of ethylbenzene, a key aromatic hydrocarbon.
Anti-Dusting Pentabromoethylbenzene
Pentabromoethylbenzene treated with an anti-dusting agent for safe handling and identification. Classified in HTS 2903.99.23.00 under chapter note (g) as long as additions are solely for safety and do not confer specific use suitability.
Pentabromoethylbenzene 98% Pure
98% pure pentabromoethylbenzene suitable for chemical synthesis, with impurities not altering its chemical definition. Directly matches HTS 2903.99.23.00 for this specific halogenated aromatic hydrocarbon.